Madrid hosts ALACAT Congress 2025: A key meeting for the future of international trade

Organized by ALACAT (Federation of National Associations of Freight Forwarders and International Logistics Operators of Latin America and the Caribbean), in collaboration with Foro MADCargo and co-organized by the Community of Madrid, this event promises to be a space for networking, learning and innovation for transportation, supply chain, customs and foreign trade professionals.  

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Who is it for?

This congress is an unmissable opportunity for:  

• Freight forwarders and freight forwarders who are leaders in their markets.
• Customs brokers with cross-border trade experience
• Port and airport authorities from major global hubs
• Sector associations and federations that set the regulatory agenda
• Exporters and importers of strategic goods
• Binational chambers of commerce facilitating international trade
• Top-tier air, sea and land transportation operators
• Technology providers that are revolutionizing the industry
• Academics and researchers from logistics centers of excellence
• Key government representatives in foreign trade policies

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What topics will be addressed at the congress?

The Novotel Madrid Center will be the venue where international experts will analyze the most relevant trends in the sector, with a program focused on:  

Technological innovation

How digitalization is revolutionizing the supply chain will be explored, with a special focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence in logistics operations and blockchain-based solutions that are ensuring greater security and transparency in international trade.

Sustainability and efficiency

This topic will be high on the agenda, with sessions dedicated to proven strategies to reduce carbon footprint, the development of green transportation and reverse logistics systems, as well as innovative methodologies to optimize the use of resources in distribution processes.

Global integration

Participants will analyze emerging trade opportunities between Spain, Latin America and Asia, sharing best practices in foreign trade and successful models of public-private collaboration that are driving logistics development in different regions of the world.

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The congress will also include interactive practical workshops where attendees will be able to work with real cases of technological implementation, participate in customs management simulations, develop strategies for regulatory compliance and find solutions to the most common operational challenges faced by companies in the sector.

In addition, there will be keynote speeches, round tables and practical workshops, where attendees will be able to exchange experiences and learn about the latest innovations in the sector.

The choice of Madrid as the venue reinforces its position as a strategic logistics hub between Europe and Latin America. Attendees will be able to connect with key industry players, learn about the latest technology trends, establish lasting business partnerships and access cutting-edge knowledge.

This congress will offer the keys to anticipate disruptive changes, adopt transformative technologies, build lasting strategic alliances and position yourself as a leader in the new era of global trade.